Taxi Industry Inquiry homepage
On 28 March 2011, the Victorian State Government announced a major independent inquiry into the Victorian taxi and hire car industry.
Professor Allan Fels AO has been appointed to head the inquiry. Professor Fels will be assisted by Dr David Cousins AM.
The inquiry will undertake a comprehensive investigation into all aspects of the taxi and hire car industry and recommend a set of reforms to the government focused on achieving better outcomes for the travelling public.
Latest updates
- 30 April - Read Professor Fels' response (PDF, 69.8 KB, 1 p.) to the Victorian Taxi Association's five pillars.
- 23 April - Inquiry Commissioner, Dr David Cousins AM presented at the Australian Taxi Industry Association Conference last week to provide an update on the inquiry. Read Dr Cousins' speech.
- 1 April - The Inquiry commissioned market research to enable independent analysis of user and non-user sentiment about taxi and hire car services in Victoria. Read the market research report for more information.
- 20 February - After nine months of consulting, surveys and submissions to the inquiry have now closed. Thanks to everyone who contributed their ideas and feedback. View submissions received or register for updates.